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FD08 FYU

2008 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F

Green Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

29,212 mi
Last recorded29,212 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F13,946 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD08 FYU
MakeKawasaki
ModelZx 1000 E8F
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 29,212 miles
Fail 31 May 2025 29,207 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Apr 2024 28,408 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2023 27,699 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2022 26,060 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2021 25,139 miles

All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 29 Jun 2019 23,239 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 22 May 2018 20,881 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 22 May 2018 20,881 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 1 Jun 2017 19,824 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Oct 2015 19,572 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 2 Oct 2014 19,034 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 18,370 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F?

Based on 4,974 MOT tests across 512 vehicles.

87.4%
Pass Rate
1,005
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
512
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 44
reflector on motorcycle missing 34
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 14
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 14
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 10
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FD08 FYU is a 2008 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F in Green with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2008 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 13,946 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 44 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FD08 FYU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FD08 FYU registered?

FD08 FYU is a 2008 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F, first registered on 29 May 2008.

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